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Phil AmmannMay 14, 2015

U.S. Rep. Patrick Murphy announced endorsements Thursday from two Florida mayors in his bid for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate. As already reported in Florida Politics, St. Petersburg Mayor Rick Kriseman came out in support of Murphy, a fellow Democrat who represents the Treasure Coast in Florida’s 18th Congressional District. The other endorsement is from […]

Phil AmmannMay 14, 2015

As Florida’s fastest growing demographic, the Hispanic vote is often the start – and end – of just about every discussion about politics in the Sunshine State. No matter how crucial that electorate is, strategist Steve Schale cautions that Hispanics are not a “silver bullet,” especially for Democrats. Schale’s latest blog post is the first […]

Phil AmmannMay 13, 2015

Some Florida conservative Christians have raised concerns about the motives behind the proposed constitutional amendment promoting solar energy in the Sunshine State. Jim Kallinger, chair of the Florida Faith and Freedom Coalition – a group that calls for the government to “tighten its belt and live within its means” — is now questioning Floridians for […]

Phil AmmannMay 13, 2015

At first glance, Florida’s Senate primary to replace Marco Rubio is a microcosm of the last five years of Republican Party politics: Tea Party groups fall behind one candidate, the establishment siding with another. However, both candidates are steering clear of this ideological divide and are striving for broader appeal with primary voters. Last week, […]

Phil AmmannMay 12, 2015

Voting in Florida state races is now just under 18 months away, with a June special session and the 2016 Regular Session thrown in for good measure. Nevertheless, political campaigns statewide are starting to gear up, as the campaign cash begins to flow in earnest. Here’s where things stand through April 30 in fundraising races […]

Phil AmmannMay 12, 2015

State Rep. Blaise Ingoglia, chairman of the Republican Party of Florida, is bringing on Jacksonville-based Political Capital to lead RPOF fundraising efforts in the 2016 election cycle. Ingoglia also chose Heather Manso as full-time RPOF finance director, starting June 1. “With these three additional hires we are setting the RPOF up for success in 2016,” […]

Phil AmmannMay 12, 2015

U.S. Rep. Curt Clawson has endorsed Republican Byron Donalds for House District 80, the seat held by term-limited state Rep. Matt Hudson. Donalds is now running unopposed for the district that contains parts of Collier and Hendry counties. Hudson, a Naples Republican now speaker pro tempore, will be running for the state Senate. “Byron’s innovative […]

Phil AmmannMay 12, 2015

A non-profit linked to Jeb Bush plays a larger role in his political organization than previously believed, with several top policy advisers who could easily jump over to a likely presidential campaign, according to the Washington Post. Right to Rise Policy Solutions houses a minimum of four people — each knowledgeable in energy issues, foreign […]

Phil AmmannMay 12, 2015

Women’s political group EMILY’s List has endorsed U.S. Rep. Gwen Graham in her 2016 congressional re-election bid. With more than 3 million members, EMILY’s List — EMILY stands for Early Money Is Like Yeast — supports progressive women who support abortion rights. The group announced its endorsement on Twitter Tuesday morning. Getting the nod from […]

Phil AmmannMay 12, 2015

Although several conservative political committee have already come out for Ron DeSantis in his bid for the U.S. Senate, now a super PAC is supporting him. Service.Honor.Country. Action Fund (SHCAF) is a newly-minted group that can raise unlimited campaign cash, as well as independent payments on behalf of DeSantis, as he seeks Marco Rubio’s soon-to-be-open […]

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Ryan Ray will join fellow in-the-know Democrats Beth Matuga and Ashley Walker for the Monday luncheon.

Heard it here first: Rick Kriseman, West Palm Beach mayor endorse Patrick Murphy

Analysis: What’s up with Florida’s Hispanic vote?

Christian conservatives question Florida’s proposed solar energy amendment

Florida U.S. Senate GOP contenders struggle for broad Republican appeal

Where fundraising races stand in Tampa Bay area 2016 contests

RPOF picks Heather Manso as finance chief, Gretchen Picotte to consult

Curt Clawson endorses GOP Byron Donalds in HD 80 race

In Jeb Bush campaign leadup, non-profit plays larger role than previously thought

EMILY’S List endorses Gwen Graham for 2016 re-election bid

Ron DeSantis picks up new super PAC support